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Nuclear Program Quality Assurance Manager

Nuclear Program Quality Assurance Manager

S&MEKnoxville, TN, United States
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Nuclear Program Quality Assurance Manager

Requisition Number : 2025-2980-03B

Do you have extensive experience in Quality Assurance and seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Nuclear Program Quality Assurance Manager (NPQAM) to join our Quality team. You can be based remotely anywhere within S&ME's footprint.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

  • Professional Growth : We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
  • Innovative Projects : Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities, including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums, and more.
  • Inclusive Culture : Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other, and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.
  • Work-Life Balance : We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
  • Community Impact : Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work, and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

About The Role :

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of nuclear energy? As the Lead Quality Assurance Manager for Nuclear Programs , you'll be at the forefront of ensuring excellence and compliance in some of the most technically demanding and impactful projects in the industry. Reporting directly to the Director of Quality, this is your opportunity to leverage your expertise in a role that truly matters.

In this high-visibility leadership position, you'll champion our Nuclear Quality Assurance Program (NQAP), ensuring it not only meets but exceeds the standards. You'll be a trusted advisor, a strategic thinker, and a hands-on leader, empowering teams, influencing outcomes, and driving continuous improvement across nuclear initiatives.

  • Own the Program : Lead the evolution and execution of our NQAP, ensuring it remains aligned with the latest NQA-1-2022 standards and best practices.
  • Shape Quality Systems : Develop, review, and refine quality documentation and implementation tools that support flawless project execution.
  • Be the Face of Quality : Represent the company during client and regulatory audits, and lead the development of effective corrective and preventive action plans.
  • Vet Our Partners : Conduct in-depth supplier assessments, both virtually and on-site, to ensure readiness and compliance for nuclear safety-related work.
  • Train and Inspire : Deliver engaging, customized training sessions to prepare project teams for success in the field, whether in-person or remote.
  • About You :

  • You have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
  • You have a minimum of 10 years of relevant Nuclear Quality Assurance experience
  • You have a Professional license (e.g. PE, PG), a plus
  • You have 10+ years of geological, hydrogeologic, seismic, geotechnical, and related laboratory testing experience, a plus
  • To be successful in this role, you will have a strong working knowledge of all NQA-1 regulations, practices, and protocols, including root cause analyses, corrective actions, procurement, software validations, design analysis, auditing, and surveillance. Have familiarity with AASHTO accreditation and state / federal radiological materials licenses (nuclear gauges). Have an NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months. Have experience in building and maintaining client relationships, ensuring contract obligations are met.

    Grow With Us :

    At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
  • 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K with Company Matching
  • PTO with Rollover
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Credential Incentive Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
  • $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!
  • Join us at S&ME!

    This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate / recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

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